Automotive Builds
4 buildsBMW 1000whp builds, kit car fabrication from scratch, and the parts debates that happen when someone drops news in the group chat. No lab, no press cars — just real engine work done by people who know what they're doing.
Steve's 2019 SCA Black Widow F-150: Whipple, CalTrac, Fox, Helix — 2.97s 0-60
Steve said he didn't have the bandwidth. The truck runs 2.97s 0-60. Gen 5 Whipple, CalTrac traction bars, Fox shocks, Eaton locker, Helix DSP stereo, and a 2024 Sync 4 screen in a 2019 Black Widow SuperCrew.
Steve:2.97 zero to 60mph is my best so far
Steve's BMW Z4 1000whp Build: Precision 6070, Walbro Surge Tank, Ford 8.8
Steve's E89 Z4 went from a shot wastegate and oil in the intercooler to a Precision 6070 Next Gen turbo heading for 1000whp on a closed-deck block with three Walbro pumps, dual injection, and a Ford 8.8 out back.
Steve:100% swapping to an 8.8.
Building a '67 Cobra Kit Car from Scratch: Jim's New York Hot Rod
Jim's been quietly building a '67 Cobra kit car in his shop — getting the chassis symmetrical, sorting cross member geometry, and planning for powder coat. Built for his buddy Jerry.
Jim:Xmas 70 degrees today working on the hot rod
Fram Filed Chapter 11: What Oil Filter Are You Running Now?
Jim broke the news in the group chat: Fram filed Chapter 11, citing management corruption and inferior parts. Steve said "Oil filter?" Scott needed context. Jim had already switched to STP.
Steve:Oil filter?